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ZAD → STR
Which side of the plane to sit from Zadar Airport (Zadar) to Stuttgart Airport (Stuttgart)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior mix of the Adriatic's blue waters, the rugged Istrian coastline, and a spectacular approach past Lake Constance and the Swabian Jura mountains.
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Kornati and Zadar Archipelago
Immediately after takeoff, enjoy a bird's-eye view of the dense cluster of islands dotting the blue Adriatic Sea.
Istrian Peninsula
Clear views of the jagged Croatian coast, including the Roman city of Pula and the Brijuni islands.
Julian Alps Peaks
Distant views of the snow-capped Slovenian peaks, including the iconic Mount Triglav to the north.
Lake Constance (Bodensee)
A massive view of Central Europe's third-largest lake, often seeing the cities of Bregenz and Friedrichshafen.
Swabian Jura
The dramatic limestone escarpments and lush forests of the Alb region during the final descent into Stuttgart.
Sit on the left for the best coastal views at departure. During the summer, choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Alps and Lake Constance with high-contrast light. Watch for the distinctive shape of the Bodensee roughly 15-20 minutes before landing.
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Velebit Mountain Range
The imposing karst limestone peaks of Croatia's largest mountain range shortly after departure.
High Tauern Range
Dramatic views of the Austrian Central Alps, often passing near the Grossglockner glacier region.
Bavarian Lakes
Possible views of Chiemsee or Starnberger See, depending on the specific air traffic control routing over Germany.
Munich Vicinity
On clear days, the city of Munich and its Allianz Arena can be spotted in the distance to the north.
Hohenzollern Castle
If the flight approaches from the south, this fairytale hilltop castle may be visible on the right horizon.
The right side is ideal for mountain lovers who want to see the highest peaks of the Austrian Alps. In winter, the snow-covered Tauern range is breathtaking. To avoid glare during afternoon flights, this side is preferable as the sun will be on the opposite side of the aircraft.
Book Hotels in StuttgartDistance: 692 km (430 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 9 min
Departure: ZAD (44.108299, 15.3467)
Arrival: STR (48.6898994446, 9.22196006775)
Route Type: International
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